Arlington Public Schools flagged open seats on the town's Human Rights Commission this week, calling for volunteers. The notice arrived as the district finalized its return-to-school calendar: teachers report Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, and most students, including those at Arlington High Scho…

Arlington Public Schools said the district continued its upward trajectory in the state's 2025 accountability results this week. The district also detailed a rollout of reusable food-service materials in school cafeterias, part of a broader sustainability effort. Elsewhere, a French bak…

Arlington unveiled a new online portal letting residents track water and sewer usage, Patch reported Wednesday. Customers need their most recent water and sewer bill to create an account. Arlington Public Schools also posted updates this week: a rollout of reusable serviceware across AP…

Girl Scout camp used by Arlington families faces uncertain future amid land dispute, the Boston Globe reports. Trustees overseeing the Menotomy Council's New Hampshire property say selling the land and redirecting proceeds is the best way to sustain the council long-term, according to t…

Arlington Public Schools trains new teachers this week and hosts a webinar on childhood anxiety for parents. New Educator Orientation Day 2 is set for Aug. 18, followed by Curriculum Days on Aug. 19 and Aug. 20, according to the district's public calendar. The free Cartwheel webinar, "W…